Hatsu-Tenjin at Kitano Tenmangu 2027｜1/25(Mon) Access & Fees

period: January 25, 2027 (Mon)
cost: Visiting the shrine and the market is free
Venue & access: Kitano Tenmangu Right by the Kitano-Tenmangu-mae city bus stop, or about 5 min on foot from Kitano-Hakubaicho Station on the Randen line.

There are 12 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Kitano Tenmangu, and 6 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.

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Why You Should Visit

The 25th of every month is Kitano Tenmangu's shrine fair day, known locally as Tenjin-san no Hi, when stalls line the approach. The 25 January fair, the first of the year, is called Hatsu-Tenjin and, with the December fair, is the busiest of all: around 1,000 stalls set up inside and outside the grounds, more than in a usual month, and about 150,000 people come. With entrance exams close, many students and parents visit to receive prayers for exam success or write their wishes on ema plaques. A good day to browse the stalls and pay respects at a shrine dedicated to the deity of learning.

NOTE

Evening illumination

On fair days the grounds are lit up from sunset, with 350 stone lanterns and 250 hanging lanterns. Entry to the grounds is free

Tenmangaki calligraphy display

New Year calligraphy accepted at the Ema-sho hall on 2-4 January goes on display from late January

The year-end fair

The 25 December fair, Shimai-Tenjin, is just as busy

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FAQ

How is Hatsu-Tenjin different from the monthly fair?

25 January is the first fair of the year and, with the December fair, the busiest. There are around 1,000 stalls, more than usual, and many visitors come to pray for exam success.

Can I visit in the evening?

On the 25th the grounds are lit up from sunset, and you can enter the grounds freely.